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Midway (1976)

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Midway is the 1976 World War II film that recounted the events of one of the most significant naval battles fought in the Pacific during the war. Telling the story from both sides, an all-star cast was assembled for the film including Charlton Heston, Henry Fonda, James Coburn, Hal Holbrook, Robert Mitchum, and Toshiro Mifune. Also notable for some early performances from Erik Estrada and Tom Selleck.


The following weapons were used in the film Midway:

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Midway (1976)


M1 Thompson

US Army personnel on Midway Island including Captain Cyril Simard (Larry Pennell) and his aide (Tom Selleck) are seen carrying the M1 Thompson.

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M1 Thompson
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Springfield M1903

During the attack on Midway Island, US Army personnel use M1903 Springfield bolt-action rifles.

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M1903 Springfield .30-06
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Browning M37

The Browning M37 is mainly seen used as the rear gun on US Navy Dauntless Dive Bombers.

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A variant of the Browning M1919 developed during World War II, this model is designated the M37, with the ability to feed from either the left or the right of the weapon - 30-06.
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Browning M2 Aircraft Heavy Machine Gun

The Browning M2 Aircraft heavy machine gun is used by US Army personnel defending the island of Midway as well as the primary armament of U.S. fighter aircraft.

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Browning M2 aircraft heavy machine gun .50 BMG
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Browning M2 Water Cooled

The water cooled version of the Browning M2HB machine gun is seen used on the US Navy battleships and carriers during the battle.

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Browning M2 Water Cooled - .50 BMG
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Oerlikon 20mm Cannon

Oerlikon 20mm Cannon also are seen used on US Navy ships during the battle.

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Oerlikon Cannon - 20mm.

Type 97 Light Machine Gun

The Japanese A6M "Zero" fighters that engage US Navy planes are seen armed with the Type 97 Light Machine Gun.

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Type 97 light machine gun 7.7x58mm Arisaka
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Type 1 Heavy Machine Gun

Japanese sailors defending their carriers from the US attack are seen firing the Type 1 Heavy Machine Gun.

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